Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Jackson Acknowledges Tough Yahya Daarul Takzim Visit but Hopes Buriram Delivers Strong Performance in Malaysia
Buriram United manager Mark Jackson says his team is prepared for a tough AFC Champions League Cup playoff trip to face Johor Darul Takzim in Malaysia on May 6, confident they can deliver strong results despite playing in a hostile environm
Foreign Couple Deported After Indecent Act on Tuk-Tuk in Patong
A Spanish man and Peruvian woman were deported from Thailand after authorities caught them engaging in a public indecent act on a tuk-tuk in Patong, drawing criticism over the incident's impact on Phuket's tourism reputation.
Phatthalung Provincial Administration Waives 90-Day Fuel Tax to Ease Cost of Living
Phatthalung waived its fuel tax for 90 days starting May 6th, suspending a 4.54 satang-per-liter charge to help residents cope with rising energy costs driven by Middle East instability.
Royal Irrigation Department and National Water Resources Office Team Up to Accelerate Drought and Flood Mitigation Plans in Phetchaburi
Thai water agencies inspected drought and flood mitigation projects in Phetchaburi province on May 5, including upgrades to Kaeng Krachan Dam that will boost storage capacity by 53 million cubic meters and a planned 10-year flood control ca
Phuket Town moves to reclaim footpaths
Phuket City Municipality began enforcement operations to reclaim public footpaths from illegal encroachments as part of its 'Returning Sidewalks to the Public' campaign.
Power Play: Phuket tops South in demand, rolls out B1bn substation push
Phuket is investing over B1 billion to build five new electricity substations as the island faces surging power demand, already consuming more electricity than anywhere else in Southern Thailand.
Phuket MP probes Ao Kung marina project amid community backlash
Phuket's MP is investigating the Ao Kung marina pier project after residents complained they were shut out of approvals and worry about damage to their fishing livelihoods.
Chinese woman, child injured in domestic dispute knife attack
A Chinese woman and her teenage son sustained injuries in a knife attack during a domestic dispute at their Chalong home on May 4, with the suspected attacker fleeing the scene.
Ombudsman clears Phuket Fishing Port operator
The National Ombudsman found no wrongdoing in Phuket Fishing Port's management but recommended better consultation with local fishermen over the facility's growing use for tourism.
Phuket prepares for Princess Sirindhorn visit
Phuket officials are intensifying preparations for Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn's scheduled visit on June 1, conducting inspections and coordination meetings across all sectors to ensure proper readiness.
Phuket readies for Red Cross mobile eye surgery clinic
The Thai Red Cross will bring free eye surgeries to vulnerable residents across Phuket through a mobile clinic launching later this month.
Tragic: Deranged Son Attacks Father Over Money, Father Dies in Home Struggle
A 74-year-old man in Phatthalung Province died after a violent struggle with his 44-year-old son over 90,000 baht; the son, with a history of drug addiction, fled before police arrived.